Register for New Jersey Workshop for the Arts winter session

Trumpet teacher Phil Rinaldi instructs a student at the NJWA Music Studio, where the winter session will begin on Jan. 2.

The approach of the New Year is the perfect time to make a resolution to enroll in music lessons or join that inviting ensemble. The New Jersey Workshop for the Arts Music Studio can help one keep that resolution.

The NJWA is currently registering for its winter session, which runs from Thursday, Jan. 2 and concludes on Saturday, April 12. Students may register at any time and tuition will be pro-rated.
Instrumental and vocal music lessons, for both children and adults, are given in a 30-, 45- or 60-minute format. The Music Studio includes programs such as the adult Wednesday Morning Strings, the Parent/Partner Orchestra for beginning and elementary/intermediate students and their parent or guardian, the Flute Ensemble for middle school and high school students, and the Rock Performance Workshop for teens.

The Music Studio also offers opportunities for area musicians to play in its many bands, orchestras, symphonies and ensembles. Among these are the Rockin’ Jazz Band, the Summer Symphony, the Concert Band, the International American Alphorn Society Ensemble, and the Majestic Winds.

The staff of the Music Studio is composed of highly skilled music educators and professional artists, who hold degrees from prestigious colleges and universities. They are trained in instructing musicians of all ages and ability levels.

Gift certificates for any of its programs are also available. For more information, visit the NJWA Music Studio at 150-152 East Broad St., Westfield, call 908-789-9696 or log on to the web site at njworkshopforthearts.com.